HSE Director, Nuclear SMR Program

Great British Energy - Nuclear; Warrington; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Great British Energy - Nuclear is seeking a Head of Health, Safety and Environment to lead the HSES function across the SMR project. Reporting to the SLA Director, you will set standards, advise on risk, and drive compliance with ISO 14001 and 45001.

You will manage the HSE team, oversee audits, budgets, and training, and work with multi-party delivery to foster a robust HSES culture in a high-hazard, nuclear context.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HSES management in nuclear or high-hazard sectors.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental legislation and standards for nuclear.
• Experience leading HSES teams on large-scale engineering or construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HSE team and develop professionals within the HSES function.
• Set professional standards for HSES within the SMR project and provide guidance.
• Establish and maintain the HSES elements of the Integrated Management System to ISO 14001/45001.
• Oversee professional development of HSES professionals within the SMR project.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits and other permissions for the SMR project.
• Lead and conduct audits to ensure compliance and conformance.
• Provide management information and reporting on HSES matters.
• Oversee HSES standards across the broader SMR project team and supply chain.
• Provide Radiation Protection Advisor (RPA) and Radioactive Waste Advisor (RWA) services to the SMR project.
• Deliver an approved Funded Decommissioning Plan for the SMR project.
• Develop and deliver HSES training programmes for employees and contractors.
• Own Budgets and delivery including service provision fees and contractor oversight.

Skills

HSES leadership

Nuclear safety

Regulatory knowledge

ISO 14001/45001

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's in OH&S or related

Chartered professional

Lead Auditor ISO 45001/ISO 14001

Job description

Great British Energy - Nuclear is seeking a Head of Health, Safety and Environment to lead the HSES function across the SMR project. Reporting to the SLA Director, you will set standards, advise on risk, and drive compliance with ISO 14001 and 45001.

You will manage the HSE team, oversee audits, budgets, and training, and work with multi-party delivery to foster a robust HSES culture in a high-hazard, nuclear context.